• Maple Quality Specialist

    University Of Vermont (Burlington, VT)


    Position Details

    Advertising/Posting Title Maple Quality Specialist

    Posting Summary

    The UVM Extension Maple Program delivers science-based assistance to improve outcomes in three major focus areas: Sugarbush Health and Management, Sustainable High Yields of Sap/Syrup and Syrup Quality.

     

    The Maple Quality Specialist positions focuses on the syrup quality through processing samples in the Syrup Quality Testing Lab, delivering results to maple producers and engaging in outreach activities to a broader maple audience. This position works in conjunction with the UVM Extension Maple Specialist to provide science-based testing of samples for the key attributes of Grade A pure maple syrup.

    Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

    • Batchelor’s degree in food science or related field and two years of relevant experience.

    • Experience running analytical lab equipment (UV-Spectrophotometer)

    • Ability to work independently and in teams to solve problems and reach desired goals.

    • Experience communicating complex topics to a range of audiences

    • Ability to learn and grow professionally

    • Knowledge and familiarity using various web-based tools and programs within the Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams).

    • Ability to provide own transportation

    Desirable Qualifications

    Proven success with competitive grant application and awards. Documented ability to work in a respectful and professional manner.

     

    Anticipated Pay Range $23- $28 per hour

    Other Information

    FTE may be reduced to a .80, fully benefited position, based on the applicants availability.

     

    This position will be based out of the Proctor Maple Research Center in Underhill, Vermont.

     

    Special Conditions Position located in different city, Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, This position is ineligible for telework due to the essential functions, Background Check required for this position

     

    FLSA Non-Exempt

     

    Union Position Yes, UVMSU

     

    Posting Details

     

    Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

     

    Job Location Location listed in Advertising Copy or Other Information

     

    Job Open Date 05/20/2025

     

    Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)

     

    Open Until Filled No

    Position Information

    Position Title Lab Research Technician

     

    Posting Number S5610PO

     

    Department Ext - Programming & Fac Sup/50040

     

    Position Number 00027537

     

    Employee FTE 1.0

     

    Employee Term 12

     

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    Documents Needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter/Letter of Application

     

    Optional Documents